2009 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · KM09 UDX

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward addressing age-related wear and corrosion. The most recent test in August 2025 at 107,440 miles identified corrosion on the front Macpherson strut and wear on the front brake discs. While the vehicle passed, the presence of structural corrosion indicates that the car is beginning to enter a phase where age-related degradation requires more proactive attention to prevent future failures. At 17 years old, the recorded 107,440 miles represent an average annual usage of approximately 6,320 miles, which is consistent with low-mileage patterns. The mileage accumulation is steady, with a 10,538-mile gap between August 2024 and August 2025, and another 8,000-mile interval in the year prior to that. This regular use suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, though the low mileage often means that rubber components and suspension bushings perish due to time rather. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension, as the history shows a recurring pattern of issues with arm bushes and anti-roll bar linkage ball joints dating back to 2022. The tester flagged play in the linkages in 2023 and worn bushes in 2022, suggesting the front-end assembly is nearing its service life. Additionally, the corrosion noted on the front Macpherson strut in 2025 must be monitored closely to ensure it does not progress into structural weakness, as this would result in an MOT failure in future tests.